Ohio In-State Residency: FAQ

Is there a deadline for filing an Ohio In-State Residency application?

Applications are due prior to the beginning of the term in which the reclassification is requested, preferably 30 calendar days or more prior to the beginning of the term. Applications
submitted once the term begins will not be considered for that term. No retroactive reclassification will be granted.

Where do I submit the completed application and documents?

In-PersonMain Campus

In-PersonHealth Science Campus

Rocket Solution CentralMain CampusRocket HallRoom 1200

Student Service Center Health Science CampusMulford Library1st Floor

Mail

Fax

Office of the RegistrarMail Stop #3222801 W. BancroftToledo, OH 43606

Office of the Registrar419.530.4828

NOTE: Some documents must be submitted in-person to validate their authenticity as stated
on the application. Allow approximately four weeks for processing once all requested
documentation is provided.

Do I need to file Ohio Taxes?

According to the Ohio Department of Taxation website, in part: "Every Ohio resident
and every part-year resident is subject to the Ohio income tax. Every nonresident
having Ohio-sourced income must also file...."

Although you may not be obligated to file an Ohio income tax return as specified by
the Ohio Department of Taxation, when applying for Ohio in-state residency doing so
may provide additional documentation regarding your intent to become a resident of
Ohio.

I am a DACA student. Am I eligible for Ohio in-state residency for tuition purposes?

Maybe. If you received your notice of approval I-797 form for Deferred Action for
Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and meet requirements under one of the rules outlined by the Ohio Board of Regents, you
may be eligible for in-state residency. Detailed information regarding the rules
for residency can be reviewed at our website for Ohio In-state Residency.

If approved for in-state reclassification, the applicant must reapply for residency after two (2) years due to the approval timeframe of the I-797 Notice of Action form from the Department of Homeland Security.

Am I automatically a resident for tuition purposes once I have lived in Ohio for 12
consecutive months?

No. Students classified as a non-resident must establish residence in Ohio following
state guidelines and petition to be reclassified as an Ohio resident. Living in Ohio
for 12 consecutive months is not the only consideration when determining residency.
Many other factors are considered. Student living in Residency Hall's are in temporary
housing which does not establish domicile in Ohio.

Be sure to verify if the rule to which you feel you may qualify for in-state residency
specifies the 12 consecutive month requirement.

Do I need to obtain an Ohio driver license or register to vote in Ohio to apply for
Ohio In-State Residency?

It is not necessary to obtain an Ohio driver license unless you are a licensed driver in another state. If you are not a licensed driver in another state, you may provide a state ID in
lieu of a driver license.

You do not need to register to vote because voting is a personal decision.

If you drive a vehicle, the state of Ohio recommends you change your driver license to an official Ohio license within 30 days of moving to Ohio. You must obtain your
Ohio driver license before applying of Ohio In-State Residency for tuition purposes.

Note: Obtaining an Ohio driver license and registering to vote in Ohio demonstrates
your intent to make Ohio your state of residence. Transferring your driver license
to Ohio is yet another way to demonstrate your intent to become an Ohio resident.
Please note, if you drive a car, you must provide a copy of an Ohio driver license.

Is a student allowed to leave Ohio to participate in paid or unpaid summer research or
internship during the 12-consecutive month requirement and still be eligible for Ohio
residency ?

Maybe. Academic work related to a student's field of study, which may be accepted
back at our institution for academic credit is an allowable absence and will not have
any bearing on the 12 month.

Can I qualify for in-state residency if I am dependent upon someone other than my
parent, legal guardian or spouse?

No. A student cannot base dependency on another relative, fiancé/fiancée, in-laws, etc. A dependent student may only be reviewed under a guideline through
their dependency upon a parent, legal guardian or spouse.

How is my Ohio residency status affected if I leave Ohio?

The Ohio Board of Regents Guidelines allow Ohio residents 12 months out of the state
before they "lose" their residency. If you leave the state for more than 12 months,
your residency will likely be questioned. For example, if you accept employment in
another state, you would likely lose your residency after 12 months. It is important
to consider future residency implications when planning a move or extended stay outside
Ohio.

I am an Ohio resident but if my parents leave Ohio, how is my Ohio residency status
affected?

The state residency guidelines have "grandfather clause" to address this. If your
parents are Ohio residents and move out of the state while you are an enrolled dependent
resident student at the University, you will continue to be classified as a resident
through the completion of one degree program, provided that you maintain continuous
full time enrollment. If you apply for a second degree program (i.e. graduate or
professional school), your residency will may be reviewed and you may have to meet
the residency criteria on your own.

Can I submit amended federal and state income tax returns proving independence?

Yes, however you must provide proof of filing the amended return. Contact your local
IRS office for verification of filing your amended return.

If my parent(s) or spouse move into Ohio, when am I eligible to become a resident?

You may be eligible for "instant residency" under C3 if you are dependent upon a parent who is working full-time and has established domicile
in Ohio before the first day of the term for which you are applying.

You may be eligible if you are a dependent spouse of a person who has begun working
full-time and established domicile in Ohio for reasons other than gaining the benefit
of state-supported education. Refer to C3 in the residency guidelines for more information.

If I own property in Ohio but live in different state, does that make me and my dependent(s)
Ohio residents?

No. The state guidelines do not grant residency based solely on owning property or
a business in Ohio. You must "reside" in Ohio.

Can I apply for prior term residency and get a refund if I can prove I was residency
eligible at that time?

No, retroactive reclassification is not an option. For consideration regarding Ohio
residency status, you must apply for Ohio In-State Residency by the term deadline
for which you are eligible.